The Dr.P.H. degree in health education is designed for individuals who desire to add depth to their health education specialization and develop research and leadership capabilities. The emphasis in health education offers advanced knowledge and competencies in the health education process and includes advocacy, critical analysis, leadership, professionalism, and ethics as well as other health education domains. The health education Dr. P.H. is offered in two formats: on campus and online technology-mediated.
The online technology-mediated format is targeted toward working professionals. The curriculum consists of synchronous learning, online courses and blended courses. Specific hardware and software requirements for the program must be met. Students are expected to be present on campus during the research process to defend their proposals and dissertation.
Prerequisites: (To be taken before acceptance into the program)Anatomy and physiology, Social science (two courses, which may include Psychology, sociology, or cultural anthropology),
Quantitative proficiency, Post-master’s degree work experience, preferred
State laws across the nation require universities to be authorized to legally deliver online education to students residing in states other than the home state of the institution. These laws may prevent you from attending our online program. To check your states status, please visit: http://www.llu.edu/central/assessment/distance-education.page
Alumni Profiles: http://www.llu.edu/public-health/profiles/index.page

Applicant Test Requirements:

» All Applicants:
(One of the following)
GRE GMAT MCAT DAT

» Additional International: TOEFL

» Comment:

If applicant has received 4 year degree in the United States

Distance Learning*:
Yes

Peace Corps:
No

One Year or Less Program:
No

*While most distance learning programs require some time on campus, some distance learning programs are fully online. Please contact the institution to determine if you are required to spend time on campus.

Note:

Loma Linda University, School of Public Health has a rolling admissions process for U.S. students. We will accept and examine applications as they are sent in, instead of waiting to judge all applications concurrently. This gives you the advantage of finding out early on whether or not you are accepted. Please note the deadlines posted are the soft deadlines for a specified term that will allow sufficient processing time of a complete application. If you have questions contact admissions.sph@llu.edu.